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Consecrating Your LifeSheldon Begay: The Comedy and Cost of DatingMy friend Sheldon joins the podcast to talk dating! Sheldon is hilarious and has such a pure heart. We loved laughing and getting real with Sheldon!2025-05-1040 min
Consecrating Your LifeSpy x Family: The Show that Makes You Want to Start a Family (with Carlos E. Aburto)I cannot believe that Mom wanted to do this episode haha!
Our latest obsession is with the show Spy x Family. Together with my younger brother Carlos we discuss the show's powerful and fun themes about family.
Note that Spy x Family has a PG-13 feel. Viewer discretion advised.2025-02-0521 min
Consecrating Your LifeWhy the Lord Created Relief Societies and Elders QuoromsEverything we say about Relief Society in this episode applies to the Elders Quorum!
This episode is largely based on President Julie B. Beck's talk titled "Why We Are Organized into Quorums and Relief Societies."
We discuss the purpose of Relief Society and how it has helped us come closer to the Savior.
Mom quoted D&C 88:74-75
74 And I give unto you, who are the first laborers in this last kingdom, a commandment that you assemble yourselves together, and organize yourselves, and prepare yourselves, and sanctify yourselves; yea...2024-12-0228 minConsecrating Your LifeTeaching in a Church SettingWe explore the question that could take a lifetime to master: How can I be a better gospel teacher?
Some key takeaways:
Focus on these 3 principles as you teach: Scripture-based, Christ-centered, and learner-focused.
Follow this learning pattern:
Establish relevance
Search the scriptures (or General Conference talks)
Analyze what you read
Feel what you read
Apply it to your life2024-09-1532 minConsecrating Your LifeOur Covenant Relationship with GodThis episode is based on the talk written by J. Anette Dennis from the Relief Society General Presidency titled "Put Ye On the Lord Jesus Christ."
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2024/04/14dennis?lang=eng
God invites us to make covenants with Him so that He can shower us with blessings!
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Scripture references:
D&C 121:33-46
D&C 38:24-25
D&C 128:15
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2024-05-0633 min
Consecrating Your LifeLessons from 29 Dates Before My 29th BirthdayThere's no growth in the comfort zone, and no comfort in the growth zone! Mom interviews me about my dating challenge from last year, which was to go on 29 dates before my 29th birthday.
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followHIMEaster Part 1 • Sister Reyna I. Aburto • Mar 25 - Mar 31 • Come Follow MeHe is risen! Sister Reyna Aburto explores the glory and wonder of the Resurrection and how grief is an essential part of life.SHOW NOTES/TRANSCRIPTSEnglish: https://tinyurl.com/podcastBM13ENFrench: https://tinyurl.com/podcastBM13FRSpanish: tinyurl.com/podcastBM13ESPortuguese: https://tinyurl.com/podcastBM13PTYOUTUBEhttps://youtu.be/j79zoX16fTAALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTESfollowHIM website: https://www.followHIMpodcast.comFREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKSNew Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastNTBookOld Testament: https://tinyurl...2024-03-2059 minConsecrating Your LifeWhat to Do When a Church Member Hurts YouIt is inevitable that someone will emotionally hurt you at church someday. You can either choose to be offended by them or you can actively seek healing through understanding, communication, and by going to the Savior.
This episode is based on David A. Bednar's talk titled "And Nothing Shall Offend Them." Link below:
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/10/and-nothing-shall-offend-them?lang=eng
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https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/books-and-lessons/seminary?lang=eng
The institute manuals:
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute/manuals?lang=eng
Gospel song "Change Me" by Tamela Mann:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dlgLJEHF3Ok
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Our favorite episodes include the following:
Baby Race
Copycat
Wagon Ride
Mum School
Space
Christmas Swim
Pass the Parcel
Duck Cake
Onesies
Fancy Restaurant
The Pool
Cricket
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Here's the link to the video called "Do You Believe? A Silent Interview on Christ"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4uZxxroyis&t=398s
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Called to Create: An LDSPMA PodcastReyna AburtoReyna Aburto was born in Nicaragua and studied Industrial Engineering there. She holds a degree in Computer Science from Utah Valley University and has worked in the language industry for more than 30 years. Reyna and her husband own a translation business. She has served as Relief Society General Presidency Second Counselor and as a member of the Primary General Board for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She currently serves on the Correlation Committee in Church Headquarters. She is the author of Reaching for the Savior (Acudamos al Salvador, in Spanish), and co-host of the Consecrating...2023-11-0135 min
Unleashing Sister Saints61. Perspectives on Mental and Emotional Health with Reyna and Elena Aburto*Help me reach my goal of TEN new reviews this week on Apple Podcasts! If you have been enjoying Unleashing Sister Saints, please take one minute to leave a rating and a review. Thank you!*
This week I am delighted to share my conversation with Reyna Aburto and her daughter, Elena Aburto, on the topic of mental and emotional wellbeing. You will recognize Reyna as the former second counselor in the Relief Society General Presidency, where she served with President Jean B. Bingham and Sharon Eubank from 2017-2022. In the October 2019 general conference, Sister Aburto spoke powerfully...2023-10-1128 minConsecrating Your LifeThe Real Reason YSA Wards ExistShout it from the rooftops, people. IT'S NOT ABOUT GETTING MARRIED!
YSA wards exist for the same reason other wards exist: it's about getting closer to Christ.
Mom and I share our thoughts on YSA wards and why we love them so much!
Here's Mom's article from LDS Living! "How Single Parents Bless the Church."
https://www.ldsliving.com/why-we-need-single-parents-in-the-church/s/11678
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Mom and I share stories about the 3 dogs that our family has had in my lifetime: Pongo, Buster, and Tule.
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2023-08-1824 minConsecrating Your LifeBreaking Down BarriersMom and I discuss what we can learn from different cultures and customs.
In this episode we mention the delicious Mexican drink, Champurrado. Here is a recipe for it:
https://lasaucykitchen.com/champurrado-de-galletas-maria/
We mentioned a music video I got to be in with the Bonner family and Chad Truman. Here is the link:
https://youtu.be/rYEv0alPRA0
Go back and listen to episode 16 of our podcast where I talked to my brother Xavier and his wife Staci about combining their two cultures when they got married.
2023-07-0639 minConsecrating Your LifeWhat the Scriptures Say About AbuseJesus set boundaries and so can we!
References used in this episode:
Luke 4: 28-30
D&C 98: 41-45
Matthew 18: 15-17
Matthew 11: 28-29
The Church's Abuse help line
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/callings/church-safety-and-health/abuse-help-line?lang=eng
How the Church Approaches Abuse
https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/how-latter-day-saints-approach-abuse
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We love this movie! The lessons it contains about giving people a sense belonging, collaboration with others, and working hard make this film inspiring and fun.
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Consecrating Your LifeWhen Missionaries Come Home Earlier Than ExpectedWe desire to open the discussion of how to help those who come home from their missions earlier than they expected. Know that the Lord accepts our offerings and can help you feel seen no matter what you have gone through. We ought to do better to help those in this situation.
Watch the "Sister to Sister" where Becky Craven addressed the topic of missionaries who come home earlier than expected here:
https://youtu.be/LzPmYft42ao
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Consecrating Your LifeThe Glory of our GarmentsThis episode is based on David A. Bednar's talk, “Put On Thy Strength, O Zion.“
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/10/46bednar?lang=eng
If you want to learn more about the temple ordinances, here are President Nelson's recommended readings:
Read entries in the Bible Dictionary that are related to the temple, such as ‘Anoint,’ ‘Covenant,’ ‘Sacrifices,’ and ‘Temple.’
Exodus 26-29
Leviticus 8
Books of Moses and Abraham in the Pearl of Great Price
My recommendations:
Anthony Sweat's book: Holy Invitation: Understanding Your Sacred Temple Endowment
This article and video about the sacred temple clothing:
...2022-12-0234 min
Consecrating Your LifeToshi Sugiyama: Giving Grace to MyselfAre my friends funny or what?!
After Toshi served his mission in Las Vegas, Nevada, he couldn't feel the same Spirit that he had as a missionary and wondered if he was doing something wrong.
A powerful and entertaining episode with Toshi!
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2022-09-2240 min
Consecrating Your LifeShane Gunnerson Part 2: The Woes of DatingMom, Shane, and I have an impromptu talk about dating.
Shane is 31 years old and I am 27; both basically elderly single people. Shane is such a playa playa, haha!
Lots of laughs in this episode!!2022-09-1118 min
Consecrating Your LifeShane Gunnerson Part 1: Going Through a Faith CrisisShane Gunnerson served his mission in Denver, Colorado, and went through a major faith crisis while serving.
Mom and I had a great time laughing with and listening to my friend Shane!2022-09-1131 minConsecrating Your LifeUnity Means there are No Territories in the ChurchMom and I discuss and ask ourselves how different church organizations can be more united.
How can Young Women and Relief Society connect with each other more often? How can the Relief Society and Elders Quorum work together? These are questions we all can be asking ourselves continually. 2022-08-3022 minConsecrating Your LifeWhat Pixar's "Inside Out" Teaches UsMom and I talk about one of our favorite films, Inside Out.2022-08-2418 minConsecrating Your LifeHow Can We Be Inclusive With Our Words?Mom and I invite our listeners to consider some of the things we say. We sometimes unintentionally hurt others with our choice of words. Let's be more inclusive and Christlike by paying close attention to what we say.
This includes:
- Avoiding words that may accidentally hurt early-returned missionaries.
- Being sensitive to those who don't have the same blessings that we do.
- Making young single adults feel valued regardless of their relationship status. 2022-08-2417 min
Consecrating Your LifeElena Aburto in the Hot SeatMom interviews me in this episode so you can all get to know me better!
My blog about mental health:
iwillhealthee.blogspot.com2022-08-2423 min
Consecrating Your LifeIntroducing my new co-host, Reyna Aburto!She's my mom, best friend, and former second counselor of the Relief Society General Presidency!
On this episode we talk about how the Lord placed her into this calling, what she's learned, and how we have been blessed.
We are so excited to start hosting this podcast together!!2022-08-2428 min
Consecrating Your LifeCarol Achziger: Hope through HardshipsCarol tells me some life stories including her conversion, surviving a fire as a child, and the peace that Christ has given her when her aunt recently passed away.2022-06-0924 minConsecrating Your LifeMaking a Ward's Music More MeaningfulTraditional ways of incorporating music in our church meetings are not necessarily the best ways or the only ways. I encourage you to think outside the box (while still following the guidelines in the Church's General Handbook).
My ward choir performed this gospel song "Soul's Anthem" by Tori Kelly and Kirk Franklin:
https://youtu.be/xIzFBzdXEcI
A ward my mother visited had this jazzy musical arrangement of "My Heavenly Father Loves Me":
https://youtu.be/zUjXB12wCd8
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Here's a link to the General Handbook's "Music" section:
...2022-06-0106 min
Consecrating Your LifeJaniece Seegmiller: An Optimistic Mindset about SexAre single people aware that it's OK to desire sex? While we know about the law of chastity and the dangers of pornography, we don't always talk about the beautiful side of our sexuality.
My friend Janiece and I talk about sex in a positive way. We hope to open the discussion about sex to be more optimistic, and that you will seek more information about your own sexual appetites and on how to teach the rising generation about sex.
Some resources we referenced:
Fostering a Positive Perspective of Sexuality (from the Liahona, A...2022-03-2740 minConsecrating Your LifeBrady Furr: My Battle with PornographyBrady was brave enough talk openly about his pornography problem. He tells his story about how it started, how he told the people that he trusts about it, how he's learned that it's his emotions that triggers the problem, and what he's learned through the repentance process.
Brady is from Utah, served his mission in Idaho, and currently studies mechanical engineering at UVU.
If you or someone you know struggles with pornography, the following are some resources to help:
Addiction Recovery Programs:
Search on this site to find a...2022-02-2441 min
Consecrating Your LifeMariana Peñaranda: Impact of Down Syndrome in my Bolivian FamilyMariana's little brother, Aaron, has down syndrome. Because of the lack of accommodation for students with special needs in Bolivia, Mariana's family eventually moved to the United States. Mariana talks about how she and her family have been blessed by Aaron.
Lots of giggling in this episode that I was not willing to edit out!2021-12-2624 min
Consecrating Your LifeEsteban Martinez: I Am LGBT and I Help Others Feel IncludedMy friend Esteban happens to be gay. He tells me about the things he learned while serving as a missionary, how he has come to know the Savior, and how he helps others feel like they belong.2021-12-1913 min
Consecrating Your LifeTia Derbidge: Drumming as a Female, Divorced Parents, and more!Tia is a rockstar!
She tells me how she became a drummer, empowering the rising generation, and about her parents' recent divorce. She is a spiritual powerhouse!!2021-11-0626 min
Consecrating Your LifeJim Olson: Christ is Mighty to ChangeJim and Matt have the most unlikely friendship.
Brother Jim Olson used to work for the FBI. He had arrested a man named Matt who spent nearly 20 years in prison. While in prison, Matt went through a complete change of heart and has been striving to live a more selfless and Christlike life ever since.
2021-10-1435 minConsecrating Your LifeLosing My Will to LiveIn honor of Suicide Prevention Month, I share a story of mine when my depression was so bad that I no longer wanted to live.
Some links that I mentioned are listed below.
My blog about mental health:
iwillhealthee.blogspot.com
My article about anxiety on the Church's blog:
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/inspiration/the-antidote-to-anxiety?lang=eng
Mom and I were on the Latter-day Saint Women Podcast:
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/latter-day-saint-women-podcast/040-reyna-aburto-and-elena-aburto?lang=eng
Mom's book "Reaching for the Savior"2021-09-1906 min
Consecrating Your LifeJonnae Kelsch: Scrupulosity OCD and Physical HealthYou might have OCD if you have experienced the following:
Had repetitive thoughts about being sinful
Excessive fear about perfection
Irrational thoughts about how you might die today
My delightful and gorgeous friend Jonnae came on to talk about her husband Noah's OCD and about physical health. She has the cutest laugh, she's one of the most Christlike people I know, and she's just the best!!
2021-09-1218 min
Consecrating Your LifeLarkin Swain: My Conversion to ChristMy beautiful friend Larkin came on to share her AMAZING conversion story!!
Larkin grew up in Utah as a member of the Church. As a teenager, she went through a dark period and left the Church. Eventually, she moved to Bali and Thailand to look for freedom. There, she finally found healing through the Savior Jesus Christ.
Larkin also shares the meaning behind her tattoos, and a story of when the Lord reminded her that He does not judge people by their outward appearance.
At just 23 years old, her story is only beginning. Sh...2021-09-0526 min
Consecrating Your LifeStockton Black: Book of Mormon videos, Humanitarian Trip to Africa, and more!Stockton came on to talk about his experience in film, working on the set of Book of Mormon videos, his humanitarian trip to Africa, and more.
If you'd like to learn more about Humanitarian Experiences for Youth (HEFY) visit the website below:
https://www.hefy.org/2021-08-2921 min
Consecrating Your LifeBarb Bennett: God Knows What He's DoingThings don't always work out the way we think they should.
Sister Bennett tells me about a time when the Lord was taking care of her without her knowing it, how God answers our individual prayers in unique ways, and how Heavenly Father has a plan for us.
2021-08-2223 min
Consecrating Your LifeWhat I Will Do Differently the Next Time I'm a Church LeaderTake a shot (of orange juice) every time I say the word "counsel" in this episode!
There is so much I have learned by being a leader, especially as a Relief Society President/Counselor/Secretary/Teacher in my young life. No matter what kind of calling you have, my thoughts may apply to you!
What I would do differently next time I have a calling like those is the following:
1) Counseling with the members of the congregation instead of only counseling about them.
2) Prioritize visiting people with mental health issues.
2021-08-1510 min
Consecrating Your LifeXavier and Staci Aburto: Navigating the Early Years of Marriage and ChildrenMy brother Xavier (Xavi) and his wife Staci talk about how they met, their difficult first year of marriage, and how they have chosen to raise their three young boys by living righteous principles. 2021-08-0823 min
Consecrating Your LifeBrady Furr: We're Better Off Choosing GodDiscussing agency helps us understand why God allows bad things to happen to good people. Brady tells me about some of the life lessons he's learned about choosing obedience to God over our own desires, choosing a spouse, and more!
2021-08-0127 min
Consecrating Your LifeNick Galieti and Jennifer Roach: Authors of "Codependent Discipleship: Not a how-to guide"Nick and Jennifer are the co-authors of the book, "Codependent Discipleship: Not a how-to guide," which is available on Amazon.
Codependent Discipleship: Not a how-to guide: Galieti, Nick, Roach, Jennifer: 9780578886817: Amazon.com: Books
Codependency is a compulsive behavior that happens in relationship where one person feels like they need to fix the other. This can happen among romantic relationships or within family members or friends. This commonly happens when the other person's life is consumed by alcoholism or depression, but it can happen in other situations as well. Codependency is a behavior that is subconscious a...2021-07-2543 min
Consecrating Your LifeJaniece Seegmiller: God Loves Me PersonallySister Seegmiller tells me about different lessons she has learned through being single with three sons, suffering with feelings of depression, and experiences which showed her that God really listens to her personal prayers.
She quoted the following talks in this episode:
D. Todd Christofferson's "Reflections on a Consecrated Life."
https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/10/reflections-on-a-consecrated-life?lang=eng
Elaine S. Dalton's "He Knows You by Name."
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2005/04/he-knows-you-by-name?lang=eng
Gerrit W. Gong's "Covenant Belonging."
https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/stud...2021-07-1826 min
Consecrating Your LifeLexi Abbott: Grace Lets You Go Easy on YourselfMy sweet friend Lexi is so amazing yet often feels like she is a terrible and inadequate person.
Lexi humbly testifies of her experience with the Savior's grace. Through her mental health struggles, she came to know what it means to be saved by grace (2 Nephi 25: 23).
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I mention Sheri Dew's talk titled "Sweet Above All That Is Sweet" from the 2014 BYU Women's Conference.
https://womensconference.byu.edu/sites/womensconference.ce.byu.edu/files/sheri_dew.pdf
This talk is the one where David A. Bednar said it's OK to...2021-07-1120 minConsecrating Your LifeJeff Edwards: Growing Up in Difficult CircumstancesJeff is a young man from Australia. He talks about his difficult upbringing in an abusive home, going inactive from the Church for a while and a sudden push from the Spirit to return to church, immigrating to the U.S., and his experience as a life coach.2021-07-0422 min
Consecrating Your LifeShaaron Saunders: Finding Joy and Loving YourselfYes, her first name is spelled with two A's, and she explains why in this episode!
Sister Saunders talks about living a long life of peace and joy despite her hardships. She is so entertaining; everyone loves her and so will you!2021-06-2722 min
Consecrating Your LifeLisa L. Harkness: Former 1st Counselor in the Primary General PresidencySister Lisa L. Harkness powerfully testifies of the Lord and talks to me about a variety of subjects. She discusses her responsibilities as the former 1st counselor in the Primary General Presidency, focusing on children in wards, her preparation to be a mission leader with her husband in Montreal, and how young single adults and others can contribute to the Lord's work.2021-06-2020 min
Consecrating Your LifeLili and Danny Bolaños: Young Adult Challenges and Ward Missionary WorkLili and Danny are a young married couple; they are 23 years old. They talk to me about the challenges of being a young adult, their time serving as the best ward mission leaders ever as they let the youth and young adults take charge, and Lili shares her conversion story.2021-06-1329 min
Consecrating Your LifeDaniel Lopez: Failing SuccessfullyMy friend Daniel talks about what he has learned from failure when it comes to young adult struggles like schooling and dating.
We mention President Kevin J. Worthen's talk "Successfully Failing: Pursuing Our Quest for Perfection."
https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/kevin-j-worthen/successfully-failing-pursuing-quest-perfection/2021-06-0625 min
Consecrating Your LifePollyanna Van Lenten: Ministering is a LifestyleMinistering is more than an assignment; it's a lifestyle. My friend Pollyanna is a naturally friendly person who is a great example of this lifestyle. She joins me in discussing how to minister in the Savior’s way.2021-05-3014 min
Consecrating Your LifeFlor Anderson: Living with Multiple Mental Health IssuesFlor Maya Anderson is one of my best friends. Coming from a Latin American family who did not believe in mental health problems, she was not aware of her mental health ailments until she was an adult. She shares about her struggles with anxiety, ADHD, and bipolar depression. 2021-05-2324 min
Consecrating Your LifeSandra Blanco: Recognizing Abuse in Relationships and ChildrenMy aunt Sandra tells her story as a victim of abuse. She tells me how to recognize abuse in relationships, signs that someone around you may have been abused, her experience volunteering at organizations for victims, and some ideas on how to prevent abuse in children.2021-05-1619 min
Consecrating Your LifeRuth Talbot: Reminiscin' 'bout the MissionOn this episode, one of my best friends and old mission companion talks about her mission, suffering with anxiety, and staying active in the Church as a returned missionary.2021-05-0911 min
Consecrating Your LifeCarlos Aburto: Conversion Story and Being Married to a General OfficerMy dad has not had an easy life, but he found hope after being converted to the Lord's church.
Listen to his conversion story, how he met my mother Reyna, and on his experiences with my mother in her calling as Second Counselor in the Relief Society General Presidency.2021-05-0223 minConsecrating Your LifeIntroduction to ConsecrationOn this brief solo episode, I will define consecration and give examples from my life and my family's life of what it means to consecrate your life!2021-04-2805 min
Latter-day Saint Women PodcastJane Clayson Johnson | Depression: Connecting Through Stories“Depression thrives in secrecy, but shrinks in empathy.” On today’s episode, Jane Clayson Johnson shares her own experience with clinical depression and the valuable insights she’s gathered through interviewing others about their stories. She discusses the unique challenges members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints may face when their ability to experience joy--in a faith centered on a plan of happiness--is inhibited by depression. When we work to overcome mental health stigma, understand mental illness, “mourn with those that mourn” and “comfort those that stand in need of comfort,” we can create opportunities for healing and hope for the...2021-04-1443 minLatter-day Saint Women PodcastReyna Aburto and Elena Aburto | Mental Health: Receiving Help and Giving SupportIn her powerful October 2019 general conference talk, “Thru Cloud and Sunshine Lord, Abide With Me,” Sister Reyna Aburto, second counselor in the Relief Society general presidency, addressed the reality of mental health challenges and taught of the hope and healing available through the Savior, Jesus Christ. In this episode, we talk with Sister Aburto and her daughter, Elena, about the personal experiences that led to Sister Aburto’s 2019 address, including Elena’s struggle with anxiety and depression and Sister Aburto’s efforts to love, listen, and learn more about mental health challenges to support her daughter. Resources: • Sister Reyna Aburto’s October 2019...2020-11-2539 min